Mentor Time – Aditi's Portfolio

Leaving Well Raft

rudra14176@gapps.uwcsea.edu.sg Mentor Time February 21, 2019PSE 0 Comment

Reconciliation

There are some people that I need to make peace with. Even though there have been some problems, I don’t want to leave school on terms of animosity or hate, but at least some conclusion on where we stand with each other.

Affirmation

I want to show my gratitude to the people who have unconditionally supported me, throughout high school. I would like to either write them something or get them a gift before graduation to show my appreciation. This is for my friends, teachers and family.

Farewells

I would like to primarily say goodbye to my home and the building I live in. For the last 10 years this has been the space that has seen me grow and learn and holds most of the memories that I can recall. I would like to say farewell by spending more time revisiting those memories in those areas.

Thinking Destination

To prepare for where I end up going, I want to talk to people who are there and follow up with family members I have in those areas to understand the area and things I would need to consider if I were to study there.

Positivity and Happiness

rudra14176@gapps.uwcsea.edu.sg Mentor Time October 25, 2018October 25, 2018Positivity, PSE 0 Comment

One of my biggest takeaways from this unit was understanding how happiness can not be seen as a destination we strive to achieve but a constant state of being in which we enjoy the journey. I have also had the mindset that if I finish ‘x’ number of things, then I will be happy. But I realised I need to enjoy the process more. One technique that worked really well for me, was going down and using the circus equipment. I understood that when I am stressed I like to stay active and distracted, rather than sitting down on my phone – ‘resting’. While I don’t think there was a noticeable difference in my stress levels throughout the unit, I do think that I have gained very important skills on how to handle my stress, including gratitude and being thankful to others to improve my own spirits.

An Unorthodox Approach to Heroism

rudra14176@gapps.uwcsea.edu.sg Mentor Time August 21, 2017August 26, 2017Hero, PSE, Redefine, Scattered thoughts, Unorthodox 0 Comment

What is a hero? The dictionary defines a hero as “a person, who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities”, yet, in recent times, this word has begun to be interpreted differently. Traditionally, the word hero alludes to the image of a super hero, with exceptional abilities, fighting crimes to save the damsel in distress or the troubled city from the callous villain. However, these days a hero could simply be a talented (or not so talented) musician, that manages to reach out and emotionally connect to their audience. In my opinion, a hero is just someone who is able to overcome a period of distress and then share that strength with others. A hero is someone who is willing to step out of their comfort zone and attempt the so called ‘impossible’. Although it may seem unorthodox, I believe that television actresses or fictional characters in young adult novels could be heroes. Heroes should be categorised with role models and admired for their beliefs and ethics, rather than their ability to change an entire society. Undoubtedly Mahatma Gandhi and Nelson Mandela were heroes, but not everyone has the ability to procure a non violent protest or fight for equality. Simple, every day acts are powerful and they should be treated that way as well. People should view common good deeds as heroic and in turn, eventually, people will begin to appreciate everything around them more. We all have the power to share our noble qualities, if we choose to, and we definitely all are heroes.